Marc-Henri Piault

In Mawri country in the Niger Republic, Ahmadu Gaoh is enthroned as the new ruler. The event provides an opportunity to see the changes that have taken place in Mawri society.

A market is held in Bagagi, Niger, once a week. The butchers are the focal point of this event which is essential to the existence of the social group.

In Bagaji, a Hausa village in Niger, the Bawra is both village chief and priest for the rain sacrifices. Here he tells of his youth, his travels and his conception of life, and describes the tasks he has to fullfil.